Senate Health Committee Stories
Senator Mohamed emphasised that healthcare is a fundamental right and demanded that the county government prioritise its improvement,
The legal challenges stem from gaps in the Mental Health Act, Cap 24, which mandates court rulings or directives for the release of patients admitted...
The Health Ministry shocked Parliament when it revealed that its development budget for the 2025/26 financial year faces a funding gap of Sh68 billion...
The initiative aims to educate consumers on the dangers of products like e-cigarettes and heated tobacco, which have gained traction, particularly amo...
Health MInister Aceng said 265 contacts remained under "strict quarantine and monitoring" in the capital Kampala, as well as in Jinja and Mbale - two...
Education has received the highest increase, with an extra Sh48.58 billion allocated across higher education, basic education, and vocational training...
The Vatican said on Monday that doctors had changed the pope's drug therapy for the second time during his hospital stay to tackle a "complex clinical...
Under the Access to Information Act 2016, there is no requirement for an applicant to justify why they need specific information from a public entity.
With access to health and wellness information more readily available through social media, fitness apps, and local health initiatives, Kenyans are be...
If your battery health is low, your phone might feel sluggish, apps may take longer to load, and overall responsiveness is minimal.
The latest SHA transition scorecard report identifies delays in receiving one-time passwords (OTPs) as the main cause.
Sugar, can be a major disruptor of sleep, particularly when consumed before bedtime and can cause a spike in energy levels.
Ruto warned that budgetary commitments alone are not enough, stressing the need for efficient allocation, transparency, and accountability in healthca...
A major point of contention is the new scientific means-testing system, which determines individual contributions based on 2.75 per cent of a person’s...
The agency is also burdened with significant debts, with outstanding payments amounting to Sh6.1 billion. Of this, county governments owe Sh3.5 billio...
Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa echoed these concerns, highlighting the devastating impact of drug abuse on young people.
Screenings have been intensified at major border crossings, including Busia, Malaba, and Suam, as well as at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Health Principal Secretary Harry Kimtai informed the committee that suitability tests for ex-NHIF staff transitioning to SHA would begin before the en...
